Britain's beaches fill up as the sun comes out

Britain's beaches fill up as the sun comes out

BRITISH beaches were brimming with sun ­worshippers as the country sizzled yesterday. Parts of the UK were warmer than Turkish resorts after high pressure caused temperatures to rise to their best levels this year.

Published 23rd May 2010

Marie and Gabby Lloyd from Halewood enjoy the sunshine at Crosby Beach

The Met Office said Manchester was the country’s hot spot with a temperature of 26.7oC, while London was slightly cooler at 23.4o, although forecasters said the capital could reach 27o today.[>